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JU VC mourns death of eminent journalist Kamal Lohani
SAVAR, June 20, 2020 (BSS) – Jahangirnagar University (JU) Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr Farzana Islam on Friday expressed profound shock at the death of renowned journalist, noted cultutal personality and veteran freedom fighter Kamal Lohani.
In a condolence message, the VC recalled the glorious career of Kamal Lohani and said that the death of Lohani has created a vacuum in the arena of journalism and culture which is an irreparable loss to the country.
Dr Farzana prayed for the eternal peace of his departed soul and conveyed sympathy to the bereaved family members.
Kamal Lohani died at Sheikh Russell Gastroliver Institute and Hospital here this morning.
He had been undergoing treatment there with multiple health complications, including diabetes, lung, heart and kidney problems since May 16.
He was later diagnosed with COVID 19 (Coronavirus) infection.
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